Monday, March 23, 2015

Handmade Easter Eggs & DIY Wreath

Something different, unique and of course.... handmade. I decided on a shabby chic meets burlap look. I love the natural look of burlap but can't resist adding roses, lace and pearls to the mix.

The first step was to prepare the eggs.

I painted paper mache eggs in different shades of blue and let them dry overnight. I used Americana Decor Chalk Finish paint found at Michaels. Then decorated them with vintage lace, buttons, pearls and little paper flowers.

Tip: use an empty egg carton to sit them in to dry.

The next step was to prepared the wreath.

I was elated to find a natural grapevine wreath shaped like an "egg".... well, sort of.

I sprayed the wreath with a thin coat of clear Matte spray paint to add a bit of shine to the grapevine. Then added chicken wire to the bottom half of the wreath to form a "basket" and filled the cavity with spanish moss (to resemble a "nest" to hold the eggs). Using hot glue, I added the vintage lace and handmade burlap rose directly to the chicken wire..... and finished off by adding the burlap bow and decorated eggs.

As always, you have outdone yourself, Elizabeth! Thank you for sharing. You are one of the fan favorites at the Sunday Showcase from the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Here is the link so you can check out your feature. http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2015/03/the-sunday-showcase-from-make-it-pretty_29.html Hope to see you again tomorrow at the party! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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My Christian faith guides my life. I am a wife and mother.... happily married and blessed with two beautiful children... a son and daughter. We have a precious Boxer pup named "Archibald" who keeps me very busy! My interests include interior design, sewing, crafting, digital art, painting and gardening. I love all things shabby chic. Roses are my favorite. I love to flea market shop and enjoy turning trash into treasure. I am very blessed.